Make it Moon-Sense
New Moon in Capricorn- A Lunar Cycle Guide
Welcome! I am so excited to share with you how I use the moon each month.
The Make it Moon-sense guide will be published on each new lunar cycle that begins with the new moon. This guide includes the moon phases of the cycle and tips to maximize rest, taking action and celebrating your achievements. The energy for each phase can be felt even a few days before or after. So really pay attention to how you feel during the cycle. Your own moon sign is your key to understanding what you need to feel emotionally fulfilled, and how to best nurture yourself. I challenge you to journal each day during the cycle. Check what sign and phase the moon is in and how you feel. The moon’s energy each phase can be used to intentionally plan, set intentions or reflect and let go of what weighs us down. With every cycle there will also be affirmations (mini meditations) that I infuse with Reiki. You can listen as much as you need.
What is a Lunar Cycle?
There are 29.5 days in each lunar cycle. The moon will go through 8 phases and change zodiac signs every 2-2.5 days. Aspects to other planets can provide more context on the vibe but getting to see how you feel and some basic tips I have used during each phase you can use or follow your intuition. There are so many layers in astrology when it comes to aspects (relationships to other planets), and so much more. To make this simple I am only working with the moon and some potential auspicious placements. Always use your discernment and trust your intuition! I am sharing my experience and what has worked for me, so feel free to pass if it is not for you. The main goal here is I want to share is that learning how you feel with the moon provides another tool to guide your intentions, add to your self-care routines and any healing or your own spiritual practices.
How to find your Moon Sign if you don’t know it, click here.
VIBE for this New Moon Cycle:
This cycle begins with the new moon in Capricorn on January 18th.
Capricorn Energy: The energy I feel with Capricorn is like long term, slow and steady. Being very strategic and methodical. Quick wins are not the satisfaction. Long term goals bring joy. So if we take this approach, what do you want to see or call in let’s say the next 6 months when the full moon is in Capricorn? Because Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, the vibe could also feel like you need to overwork yourself to be successful. So we want to be sure we are taking care of our emotional needs and that takes discipline. Since this energy supports goal setting and intentions, a good idea would be to set a regular time to check in with our emotions and do some self-care.
Natal Moon phase vibe: If you were born under a New Moon, chances are you love spontaneity. You love to take a risk and jump head first. You could be impulsive or restless. When you are at your best you are a great leader much like Aries energy, taking initiative. New moon people love to start over and start new things. But they can get bored, so taking time before making decisions or launching something new is ideal.
Message from Spirit if you are a Capricorn Moon:
If you have your moon in Capricorn, I hope this message finds you with peace, love and harmony. The message may not be for you and if so let it find who it is for.
Spirit says: Feb 12th may be a significant date for you. You must stop worrying about what you have not accomplished. It is time to celebrate what you have right now. There may be something you need to finally say goodbye to. Trust that when you do, better is coming to replace it. You are inspired and on fire right now, take your time and nourish yourself so you do not get burned out.
Reiki Infused Affirmations
Below is an audio I recorded with affirmations and infused with Reiki.
Each lunar cycle will have 3 special affirmations. Reiki is a form of energy work to clear stagnant energy and promote healing and balance. It can work virtually, is timeless and will go where it needs to in your body. Play the audio when you have a few moments and replay as much as you need!
Added tip: Listen to and speak these on the first quarter phase and the full moon.
Moon Phases for this cycle:
New Moon Phase: January 18th
A New Moon brings “potential”. A time to plant seeds. Who doesn’t love a fresh start and clean slate? We get that every month! A chance to start over. So think about what you want to start.
This new moon will be in Capricorn so it is earth sign and grounded energy. So this energy will support long-term intentions. Think bigger picture, zoom out ya know!
Tips for this phase: Yes, setting intentions during this phase is common. Sometimes it could be just a sitting/observing stage. Trust what your intuition says and feels. I like to write out in specific detail what my intentions or wishes are. To make it more potent, I like to write it out as if it already happened! Get that feeling that vibe into these intentions, ok! Play some music, read them aloud and feel into every word!
Crescent Phase (Waxing): January 22nd
This phase begins with the Moon in Pisces
During this phase it is like the moon begins to peak with a slight sliver. This is a time where these intentions we set may feel more clear. We may look back to that list and refine it. Your intuition may be on point with Pisces, trust it!
Tips for this phase: I like to review my intentions and see how I feel. If I still feel really good I will leave them be. Trust what you feel. This is where the momentum is building. So I even like to read my intentions again out loud. Remember intention is everything! Speak it with your chest, ya feel me? If you have crystals I like to put a citrine over it and put the paper and crystal underneath my pillow until the Full Moon.
First Quarter Phase (Waxing): January 25th
This moon phase begins with the moon in Taurus.
Vibe: This is where we have to trust any intuitive nudges! If you feel called to take action on an intention, do it. This is a time to take one small step or even take a different route than your normal routine as you may meet someone or see something that guides you to the next step.
Tips for this phase: This is where we have to trust any intuitive nudges! If you feel called to take action on an intention, do it. This is a time to take one small step or even take a different route than your normal routine as you may meet someone or see something that guides you to the next step.
Waxing Gibbous Phase: January 29th
This moon phase begins with the moon in Gemini then into Cancer.
Vibe: What seeds have begun taking shape? Have your intentions changed at all? This is a time to review and refine anything.
Tips for this phase: Take action steps that are inspired. Inspired action is key during a waxing phase. Do what feels right.
Full Moon Waning Phase: Feb 1st
This full moon will be in Leo. You are the star of the show!
Vibe: Full moons illuminate! So what aha moments arrived during this time? What did you learn? Celebrate any wins or intentions that manifested. Journal about what did not, because guess what? You can always start over on another new moon!
Tips for this phase: I like to release what no longer serves me from this cycle. But I like to write a gratitude list of what came forth during this cycle as well. Gratitude raises our vibration! So that good feeling alerts the universe to rain down that abundance! If you have your new intentions under that pillow, read it and give thanks.
Disseminating Phase (Waning): Feb. 5th
This phase begins with the moon in Virgo-Libra.
Vibe: This is a time as the moon starts to wane, reflecting on everything since the new moon. Journal about your experiences. What goals/intentions did work out?
Tips for this phase: Share what you learned! Write about it, blog about it, talk to your bestie. Sharing knowledge or your wisdom is key. Even if you don’t share it to anyone, reflect on it yourself.
Third Quarter or Last Quarter Phase (Waning): Feb.9th
This phase begins with the moon in Scorpio
Vibe: Deep reflection on the insights you received. Take some to rest and observe and process. Not too much doing or taking actions on intentions (unless you feel called of course), but more reviewing. With the moon in Scorpio, trust that spidey sense if you get it.
Tips for this phase: I like to write about what worked and what did not. Any real lessons or blessings that occurred if any. Sometimes I do nothing. Rest rest is required! Take time out for rest.
Balsamic Phase (Waning): Feb.13th
This phase begins with the moon in Capricorn to Aquarius
Vibe: This is the last phase before the next new moon. This is a time to reflect and maybe dream or plan (not do!) for the next cycle. A time where we somewhat have one foot in the past (reflecting) and one foot in the future (wanting to manifest).
Tips for this phase: Let go of the past! I was born during this phase so I tend to hold on to things longer than I should. So release what you don’t need and what you do not want to be a block before that next new moon. Rest rest rest!
Auspicious Moon Aspect Days:
Moon trine Jupiter January 22nd
Moon sextiling Jupiter: January 26th
Moon trining the sun: January 28th
Moon trining Saturn: Jan 31st
Moon sextiling Jupiter: Feb 4th
I hope you enjoyed this guide and see how powerful working with the moon intentionally with each phase will help you understand your personal rhythm and how it syncs with the phases and rhythm of the moon. She is a beautiful tool to add to your own personal self-care routine!
I can’t wait to dive into this later today ✨💛